Today was D-man's first day of 2nd grade. While every other student was already in school, D-man got 3 days at home with working parents to wrap up his summer. It wasn't all bad.... He worked diligently to finish his summer packet, but also got in some wii, did some final school supply shopping, hit the driving range, went swimming, and got in some putt putt golf. Like most kids, he was filled with excitement and nervous for his first day.And in the morning, he was up and at 'em and ready for the big day. I wish every morning could be like the first day of school morning - efficient, exciting, and full of anticipation.
On the other hand, Marshall and I are full of anticipation for his first day of school for other reasons. Every year, we have had to fight to get D-man in the appropriate classes. We once again, start the school year anticipating the potential battles and are hopoing for the best. Awhile back, I read a quote that has stuck with me: "Every child deserves to learn something every day." I understand that my son might be out of the norm, but that doesn't mean his needs can be ignored. While he might already know the material, that doesn't mean he shouldn't be pushed more. Learn more. He loves learning and I want to ensure this love of leanring doesn't die on the vine while he's bored and unchallenged. When you talk to your son about his first day of school and the first thing out of his mouth is,"we didn't learn anything." I am only further pushed in my quest to make sure this isn't what he says every day.
The night before school started, I was was participating in a fantasy football draft. I was fortunate enough to sit by a teacher and she was kind enough to listen to the challenges we have with ensuring D-man is getting the education he deserves. While we have met with the school to ensure D-man's education needs are met, we are once again anticipating an uphill battle. And, thanks to the wonderful teacher at the fantasy football draft, she not only let me know that I'm not crazy to fight for this, but that it is my right. And, the school is obligated to provide the proper education for my child. So, I'm not antcipating an easy journey, but then again, nothing worth while usually is. I only hope that I can do my best to help my son anticipate every day of school like it is the first.
On the other hand, Marshall and I are full of anticipation for his first day of school for other reasons. Every year, we have had to fight to get D-man in the appropriate classes. We once again, start the school year anticipating the potential battles and are hopoing for the best. Awhile back, I read a quote that has stuck with me: "Every child deserves to learn something every day." I understand that my son might be out of the norm, but that doesn't mean his needs can be ignored. While he might already know the material, that doesn't mean he shouldn't be pushed more. Learn more. He loves learning and I want to ensure this love of leanring doesn't die on the vine while he's bored and unchallenged. When you talk to your son about his first day of school and the first thing out of his mouth is,"we didn't learn anything." I am only further pushed in my quest to make sure this isn't what he says every day.
The night before school started, I was was participating in a fantasy football draft. I was fortunate enough to sit by a teacher and she was kind enough to listen to the challenges we have with ensuring D-man is getting the education he deserves. While we have met with the school to ensure D-man's education needs are met, we are once again anticipating an uphill battle. And, thanks to the wonderful teacher at the fantasy football draft, she not only let me know that I'm not crazy to fight for this, but that it is my right. And, the school is obligated to provide the proper education for my child. So, I'm not antcipating an easy journey, but then again, nothing worth while usually is. I only hope that I can do my best to help my son anticipate every day of school like it is the first.
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